1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Tata Indigo (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Tata |
| Model | Charmant | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
