1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 11 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 109 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. 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, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Festiva |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2300 mm |