1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 14 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charmant | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
