1990 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | BX | Charmant |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |