2006 Audi TT vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 620 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 2006 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | TT | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
