1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1959 Abarth 1000 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 1959 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 1000 | 1991 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
Model | 1000 | Charade |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |