1976 Austin Princess vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, both 1976 Austin Princess and 1976 Daihatsu Charmant were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Princess weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1976 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 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Princess, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Princess | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Princess | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
