1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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, both vehicles can yield 103 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |