1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 24 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Inca Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Inca Kombi weights approximately 245 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, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi, 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, 2005 Seat Inca Kombi (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Inca Kombi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Seat Inca Kombi | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Charmant | Inca Kombi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
