1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ 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 Subaru BRZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru BRZ weights approximately 465 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 Subaru BRZ (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru BRZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charmant | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2570 mm |
