1966 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
