1972 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Audi Variant. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1972 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Audi Variant weights approximately 288 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1972 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Audi Variant | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | Variant | Charade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
