1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 24 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Zafira (85 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 710 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (188 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Zafira |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |