1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Riley Kestrel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Riley Kestrel weights approximately 125 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Riley Kestrel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Riley Kestrel (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Riley Kestrel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
Make | Daihatsu | Riley |
Model | Charmant | Kestrel |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |