1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charmant | 440 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |