1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 232 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 1000 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |