1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 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 (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Familia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2200 mm |
