1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 7 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (54 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10.
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, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
