2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 268 kg more than 1977 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 Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
Model | Corvette | Charmant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |