1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1303.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | 1303 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |