1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale
To start off, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale (315 HP) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale (373 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Charmant | Barchetta Straale |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
