1967 Audi Variant vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Audi Variant (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Audi Variant weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Audi Variant (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Variant | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 43 L |
