1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Peugeot 504 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 466 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, 1977 Peugeot 504 (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 504 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2304 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |