1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 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, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volvo |
Model | Charmant | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |