1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1990 Citroen C 15 is newer by 16 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |