1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 26 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 344 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.
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, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |