1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 405 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fellow | Golf |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
