1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 25 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6, 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Citroen |
| Model | Charmant | C6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
