1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1978 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, 1972 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | 1600 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 90 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |