1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2009 Kia Rondo is newer by 34 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rondo weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Kia Rondo, 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 Kia Rondo (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charmant | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
