1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3970 mm |
