1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
