1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1973 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Chante. (41 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1973 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
| Model | Charmant | Chante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
