1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 28 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
Model | Charmant | FX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |