1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 128 kg more 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
Model | Charmant | 1600 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |