1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Mazda 121
To start off, 2000 Mazda 121 is newer by 21 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 121 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2000 Mazda 121, 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, 2000 Mazda 121 (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | 121 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |