1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Mazda 323
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mazda 323 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | 323 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
