1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 Opel Rekord (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
| Model | Charmant | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
