1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,194 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Kadett weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Kadett |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |