1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2000 Opel Zafira is newer by 22 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Zafira (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Zafira weights approximately 288 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, 2000 Opel Zafira, 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, 2000 Opel Zafira (203 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Daihatsu | Opel |
Model | Charmant | Zafira |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 94.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |