1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1952 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1952 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Triumph |
| Model | Charmant | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
