1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | 1400 | Charade |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 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 | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |