1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 1999 Ford 021 C is newer by 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford 021 C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford 021 C (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford 021 C should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford 021 C weights approximately 488 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, 1999 Ford 021 C, 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, 1999 Ford 021 C (146 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Ford 021 C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
| Model | Charmant | 021 C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
