2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 30 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 110 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, 2008 Daihatsu Materia, 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 (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daihatsu | Daihatsu |
Model | Materia | Charmant |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |