1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 250 kg more than 1981 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ferrari |
Model | Charmant | Dino |
Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |