1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1600 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 1970 Volkswagen 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause, 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 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Applause | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
