1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Honda Z
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 282 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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, 1975 Honda Z, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
