1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 15 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
