1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 200 kg more than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Cooper | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
