1966 DAF 44 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
