1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,463 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Jeep |
| Model | Charmant | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
