1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 610 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
