1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (56 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, 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, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (64 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
| Model | Naked | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
