1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 74.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2290 mm |