1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 90 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
