1995 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 21 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), 1995 Daihatsu Feroza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (94 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Feroza weights approximately 365 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 1995 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, 1995 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, 1995 Daihatsu Feroza (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Feroza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Feroza | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Feroza | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
