1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 31 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 40 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. 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, 2012 Peugeot 107, 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, 2012 Peugeot 107 (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | 107 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2340 mm |
