1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1994 Fiat 126
To start off, 1994 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Fiat 126. 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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1994 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 126 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1850 mm |
