1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2003 MCC ForFour is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,331 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MCC ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC ForFour (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MCC ForFour weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MCC ForFour, 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 MCC ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 MCC ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | Daihatsu | MCC |
| Model | Charmant | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
