1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124.
Because 1967 Fiat 124 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 1967 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
Model | 124 | Charade |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 36 L |