1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1981 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Civic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2330 mm |
