1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 23 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Charmant | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1810 mm |
