2004 Audi A6 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 2004 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A6 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
