1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 755 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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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 Toyota Celica (177 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
Model | Charmant | Celica |
Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 177 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |