1975 DAF 66 vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 24 kg more than 1975 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 66 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
