1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 34 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 451 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Daihatsu Charmant 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Daihatsu Chevrolet
Model Charmant Colorado
Year Released 1976 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1166 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 90 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2830 mm


 

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