1964 Abarth 750 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Abarth 750. 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 750 | 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 750 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
