2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 30 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Malibu (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daihatsu |
| Model | Malibu | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
