1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot Peugette (65 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1974 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1165 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
