1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Ginetta G34
To start off, 1999 Ginetta G34 is newer by 18 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 1999 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Ginetta G34 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Ginetta |
| Model | Charmant | G34 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
