1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Morris Minor
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 8 kg more than 1957 Morris Minor. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Morris Minor | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morris |
Model | Charmant | Minor |
Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2190 mm |