2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daihatsu |
| Model | 300 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
