1965 Abarth OT vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth OT would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 65 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth OT. (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | OT | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 43 L |
