1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | 190 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
