1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 32 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Thalia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Thalia weights approximately 208 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, 2010 Renault Thalia, 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, 2010 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2473 mm |
