1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 21 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Life |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
