1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris 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 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 108 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 Toyota Yaris, 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, both vehicles can yield 90 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Yaris |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |