2002 Acura RSX vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura RSX weights approximately 310 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 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, 2002 Acura RSX, 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, 2002 Acura RSX (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | RSX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2340 mm |
