1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Charmant | Exige |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |