1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hyundai |
Model | Charmant | Atos |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1085 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |