1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 15 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 57 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. 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, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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 (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Uno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |
