1983 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1983 Audi 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi 80 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi 80, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi 80 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | 80 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |