1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 350 kg more than 1962 Steyr 650T. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Steyr |
| Model | Charmant | 650T |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
