1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 7 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 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Opel Ascona weights approximately 8 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Ascona |
Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |