1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 255 kg more than 1965 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alpine | Daihatsu |
| Model | A 110 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2340 mm |
