2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 727 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | C5 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
