1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1995 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Daihatsu Charmant 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) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Panda, 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, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 1995 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
