1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Kia |
| Model | Charmant | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
