1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 35 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 760 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Ford |
Model | Charmant | C-MAX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2085 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1623 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2649 mm |