1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 MG Magnett
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 MG Magnett (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 MG Magnett should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 MG Magnett weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 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, 1958 MG Magnett (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MG |
| Model | Charmant | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
