1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1982 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 4 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Austin Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Austin Ambassador weights approximately 320 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.
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, 1982 Austin Ambassador, 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. 1982 Austin Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1978 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Austin Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1982 Austin Ambassador | |
Make | Daihatsu | Austin |
Model | Charmant | Ambassador |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2680 mm |