1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 103 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2200 mm |
