1975 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 33 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 2008 Fiat Palio, 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Palio |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |