1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 23 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1980 Subaru Coupe, 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charmant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
