2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 425 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 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Infiniti | Daihatsu |
| Model | FX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2340 mm |
