1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
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 Hyundai i20, 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 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
| Model | Charmant | i20 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2525 mm |
