1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 32 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 95 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charmant | Atos |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
