1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1999 Skoda Felicia 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) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 Skoda Felicia, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charmant | Felicia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |