1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2007 Saturn Aura 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Aura (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saturn Aura, 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, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (104 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Saturn |
| Model | Charmant | Aura |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
