1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Honda Integra
To start off, 1991 Honda Integra is newer by 12 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Integra weights approximately 330 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, 1991 Honda Integra, 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, 1991 Honda Integra (171 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 1991 Honda Integra has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Integra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
