2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu U4 B weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B 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, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | U4 B | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
