1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,197 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 168 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Fox |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2590 mm |