1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1983 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 505 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |