1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1978 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, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 99 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |
