1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Datsun Violet
To start off, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 55 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (120 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Datsun Violet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Datsun |
| Model | Charmant | Violet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
