1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 DKW Coupe weights approximately 49 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 DKW Coupe, 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 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
Model | Charmant | Coupe |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 879 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |