1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Z weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Honda Z | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
