1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 690 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, 1997 Lancia K, 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, 1997 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1997 Lancia K | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
Model | Charmant | K |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |