1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 270 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, 1989 Lancia Delta, 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 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Delta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2480 mm |
