1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Noble M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Noble M10 weights approximately 170 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Noble M10 (220 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Noble M10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Noble |
| Model | Charmant | M10 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
