1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 264 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Avanza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1094 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |