1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 33 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 100 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Spark, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charmant | Spark |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
