1972 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2010 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 500.
Because 1972 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 1972 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 500. (28 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 500 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | 500 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| 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 Length | 2980 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 36 L |
