1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1977 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1977 Volkswagen Beetle (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1977 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Opti | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
