1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 200 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.
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, 1985 Subaru Leone, 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charmant | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
