1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 18 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 425 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra, 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charmant | Dedra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |