2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1980 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
Model | 7 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |