1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, both 1984 Daihatsu Charmant and 1984 Morgan Plus 4 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 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:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
| Model | Charmant | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
