1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 25 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 630 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, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Charmant | Zafira |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2700 mm |