2003 AC Cobra vs. 1982 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 21 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 212 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1982 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | AC | Daihatsu |
| Model | Cobra | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
