1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 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 2 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Charade |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
