1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 29 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), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (220 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2007 Lotus Exige (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Charmant | Exige |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
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 | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |