1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1962 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Toyota Crown weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Toyota Crown (145 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1962 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Charmant | Crown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |
