1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Charmant | Nano |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
