1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. Both 1981 Daihatsu Charmant and 1975 Daihatsu Charmant are equipped with a 1,166 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 20 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, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Charmant |
Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |