1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 18 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 180 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1977 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 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Ibiza. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charmant | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
