1955 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 235 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Abarth 600 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 1955 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
