1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 111 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Trabant |
| Model | Charade | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 23 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2030 mm |
