1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1979 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, 1974 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charmant | 15 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |
