1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 76 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite.
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, both vehicles can yield 84 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sprite | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
