1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1986 Dodge 600
To start off, 1986 Dodge 600 is newer by 7 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge 600 weights approximately 375 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, 1986 Dodge 600, 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, 1986 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1986 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Dodge |
| Model | Charmant | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
