1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Audi Fox
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Audi Fox weights approximately 82 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.
Because 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charmant | Fox |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
