1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 4 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Because 1976 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 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Uno |
Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 56 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2370 mm |