1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | C 15 | Charmant |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |