1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1973 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,962 cc, 1973 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 65 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1973 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2360 mm |
