1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2006 Smart Roadster is newer by 26 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart Roadster weights approximately 55 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, 2006 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. 2006 Smart Roadster 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. 2006 Smart Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Charmant | Roadster |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |