1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Honda Logo
To start off, 2003 Honda Logo is newer by 22 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Logo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Logo (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Logo should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Logo weights approximately 150 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, 2003 Honda Logo, 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, 2003 Honda Logo (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Logo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Honda Logo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Charmant | Logo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |