1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 198 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza, 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
Model | Charmant | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |