1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1406 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |