1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 17 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1991 Opel Astra, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charmant | Astra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
