2001 Ascari Ecosse vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 22 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 4,721 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 447 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.
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, 2001 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ascari Ecosse | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Ascari | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ecosse | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4721 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
