1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
Because 1976 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 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | 5 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
