1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 20 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2000 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charmant | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |
