1991 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1991 Caterham Super 7 is newer by 4 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Caterham Super 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Caterham Super 7 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Caterham Super 7 | 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
| Model | Super 7 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
