1999 Buick Cielo vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Buick Cielo is newer by 25 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Cielo (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo should accelerate faster 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, 1999 Buick Cielo, 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, 1999 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Cielo | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Cielo | Charmant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |