2004 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 26 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Matiz, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Matiz | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Matiz | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
