1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1954 Saab 94
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Saab 94. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Saab 94 would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Saab 94 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 286 kg more than 1954 Saab 94.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Saab 94, 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, 1954 Saab 94 (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Saab 94 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1954 Saab 94 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saab |
| Model | Charmant | 94 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2210 mm |
