1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 1999 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 805 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.
Because 1977 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 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 1999 Fiat Ulysse (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Fiat Ulysse | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Ulysse |
Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |