1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 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 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1900 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | 1900 | Charade |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 36 L |