1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1944 Fiat 500
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1944 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1944 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 295 kg more than 1944 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1944 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
