1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 24 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 995 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, 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata (230 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mazda |
Model | Charmant | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 230 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2270 mm |