1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 425 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 1970 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
