2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 33 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 960 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Express | Charmant |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |