1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Roadster weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | Roadster |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |