1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Autobianchi Primula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Autobianchi Primula would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 32 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (95 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Primula | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
