1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 34 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 650 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Daihatsu | Lotus |
Model | Charmant | Evora |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2575 mm |