1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 280 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. 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, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 850 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
