1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 254 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio, 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, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
Model | Charmant | Rio |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |