1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 23 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 200 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 206 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charmant | 206 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
