1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Delta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 245 kg more than 1980 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, 1977 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Daihatsu Delta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charmant | Delta |
Year Released | 1980 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2200 mm |