1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 460 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1961 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1961 Fiat Campagnola (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2260 mm |
