1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1955 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1955 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1955 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
Model | Charmant | 356 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |