1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 20 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1650 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 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Bentley | Daihatsu |
| Model | Hunaudieres | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
