1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 571 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 Hyundai i30, 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 Hyundai i30 (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charmant | i30 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |