1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 600 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 137 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600.
Because 1962 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 1962 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1962 Abarth 600 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1984 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Abarth | Daihatsu |
| Model | 600 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
