1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lamborghini |
Model | Charmant | Urraco |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |