1964 Abarth 595 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 442 kg more than 1964 Abarth 595. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 595 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 595 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2340 mm |
