1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 98 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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 (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Charmant | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
