1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1996 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1996 Kia Clarus is newer by 15 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Clarus weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Kia Clarus, 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, 1996 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1996 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charmant | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
