1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro, 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Maestro | Charmant |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |