1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
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, 1987 Daihatsu Charmant (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Smart |
Model | Charmant | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2695 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1867 mm |