2000 Caterham C21 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Caterham C21 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
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 C21 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham C21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham C21 | 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Caterham | Daihatsu |
Model | C21 | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |