1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1962 Toyota Publica
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 Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Toyota Publica 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 38 more horse power than 1962 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1962 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 250 kg more than 1962 Toyota Publica. 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 (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1962 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Publica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2140 mm |