1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti Mini 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 28 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 220 kg more than 1965 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
Model | Charmant | Mini |
Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |