1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,554 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 300 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (188 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charmant | Sigma |
Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |