1999 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 235 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 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Daihatsu Terios (105 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Terios | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Terios | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2340 mm |
