1977 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 145 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 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Panda |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
