1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is newer by 22 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Corsa weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Charmant | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |
