1980 Audi 80 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Audi 80 (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | 80 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |