1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Noble M10
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Noble M10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Noble M10 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1978 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, 1999 Noble M10 (220 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm). This means 1999 Noble M10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Noble M10 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Noble |
| Model | Charmant | M10 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
