1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Mahindra CL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mahindra CL weights approximately 510 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 1999 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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, 1999 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mahindra |
Model | Charmant | CL |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |