1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1984 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (80 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 698 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |
