1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 505 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Daihatsu Charmant 2005 Subaru Legacy
Make Daihatsu Subaru
Model Charmant Legacy
Year Released 1975 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1166 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 91 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2680 mm


 

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