1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 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, 1967 Volkswagen Sedan (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Sedan |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |