1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Corsa weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Opel 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2500 mm |