1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Infiniti |
| Model | Charmant | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2885 mm |
