1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is newer by 11 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D (89 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Rover |
| Model | Charmant | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
