2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Daewoo | Daihatsu |
Model | Lanos | Charmant |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1348 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |