1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 62 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Charmant |
Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |