1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 14 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 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (138 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 310 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1974 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
