1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 is newer by 20 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton 300 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton 300 weights approximately 208 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, 1998 Proton 300, 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, 1998 Proton 300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Proton 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1998 Proton 300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Proton |
Model | Charmant | 300 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |