1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1300 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2340 mm |
