1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1985 Lancia Y10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1981 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, 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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charmant | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
