1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 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 3 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charmant | 124 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2430 mm |
