1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 440 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 Maserati Mistral | |
Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
Model | Charmant | Mistral |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3484 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 325 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |