1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2011 Opel Corsa is newer by 36 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Corsa weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2011 Opel Corsa, 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, 2011 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Corsa |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |