1982 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 577 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Impreza |
Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2619 mm |