1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 30 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Audi |
| Model | Charmant | TT |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
