1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charmant | A7 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2914 mm |
