1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 22 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 830 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.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Charmant |
Year Released | 1996 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |