1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 272 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 Moretti Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Moretti |
| Model | Charmant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
