1985 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Charmant | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
