1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Charmant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
