2004 Cadillac Seville vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1010 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2004 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Seville | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
Model | Seville | Charmant |
Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |