1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 345 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
| Model | Charmant | Seven |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
