1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2735 mm |
