2005 Acura TSX vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 27 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 713 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 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, 2005 Acura TSX, 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Acura | Daihatsu |
| Model | TSX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |
