1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1980 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
Model | Charmant | Smart |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1810 mm |