1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Audi Fox
To start off, 1977 Audi Fox is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 13 kg more than 1977 Audi Fox.
Because 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Audi Fox. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Audi Fox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charmant | Fox |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1406 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
