2005 Audi TT vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 560 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2340 mm |
