2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 664 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Colorado | Charmant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 792 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |