1972 Avanti Avanti vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Avanti Avanti (229 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 710 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Avanti Avanti | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Avanti | Daihatsu |
| Model | Avanti | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2340 mm |
