1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Trabant P 601 would be higher. 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 36 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 175 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. 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, 1967 Trabant P 601, 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 (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Charmant | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |
