1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 31 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 316 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.
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, 2010 Honda Stream, 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, 2010 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Stream |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2690 mm |