1961 Abarth Monomille vs. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth Monomille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth Monomille would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth Monomille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1961 Abarth Monomille. 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth Monomille. (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth Monomille.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth Monomille | 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | Monomille | Charmant |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |