1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 15 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 590 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Magna (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna 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. 1994 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charmant | Magna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
