1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 34 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot iOn (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot iOn should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 270 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.
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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | iOn |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
