1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1970 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 304, 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, 1970 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1970 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | 304 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
