2009 Audi A5 vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5, 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Audi | Daihatsu |
Model | A5 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |