1994 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1981 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
