1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 235 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen 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, 2006 Volkswagen Fox (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Charmant | Fox |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
