1991 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 464 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1991 Chevrolet Beretta (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Beretta | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Beretta | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
