1996 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A4 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
