1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Zastava 750
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Zastava 750 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 34 more horse power than 1977 Zastava 750. (30 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1977 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 210 kg more than 1977 Zastava 750. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Zastava 750. (51 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Zastava 750 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Zastava |
| Model | Charmant | 750 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
