1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2005 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Charmant | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1820 mm |