1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky is newer by 32 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Sky (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Sky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
Model | Charmant | Sky |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |