1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jaguar |
| Model | Charmant | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1000 mm |
