1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 19 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 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Today |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
