1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 124 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |