1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 14 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 7 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Charade | Charmant |
Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |