1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Isuzu Minx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Charmant | Minx |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
