1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1963 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1963 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charmant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
