1975 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, both 1975 Autobianchi A 112 and 1975 Daihatsu Charmant were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Autobianchi A 112 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Autobianchi | Daihatsu |
Model | A 112 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |