1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 27 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Insight (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 386 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, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charmant | Insight |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
