1992 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 18 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Feroza | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
