2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 25 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will offer significantly more control. 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 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Kamal | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
