1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 1995 Morgan 4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Morgan 4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 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, 1995 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Morgan |
Model | Charmant | 4 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |