1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 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, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 1600 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |