2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 679 kg more 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, 2004 Citroen C5, 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
