2007 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,123 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 908 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
| Model | A4 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1166 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
