1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 700 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2340 mm |