1960 Abarth 850 vs. 1993 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 991 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 850 (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 850 should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 1960 Abarth 850. 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 (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 1993 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 850 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
