1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 10 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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 Fiesta, 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |