1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 46 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | Familia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |