1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1977 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat 127 (70 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 137 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 127 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
