1997 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 19 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 34 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 227 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Citroen AX, 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
