1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 365 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ginetta |
| Model | Charmant | G4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2050 mm |
