2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1970 Daihatsu Fellow

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 613 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (37 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet SSR 1970 Daihatsu Fellow
Make Chevrolet Daihatsu
Model SSR Fellow
Year Released 2006 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5965 cc 354 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 401 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 37 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 62 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 59 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 465 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 43 L