2005 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Evanda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Evanda (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Evanda should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 707 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Evanda, 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 Daewoo Evanda (183 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Evanda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Evanda | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
| Model | Evanda | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
