2001 Renault Clio vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 785 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Clio. (105 Nm). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Clio | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Renault | Daihatsu |
| Model | Clio | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
