2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
