1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 23 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charmant | Pride Wagon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |