1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1966 Fiat 850
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 84 kg more than 1966 Fiat 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1966 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 850 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1165 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 726 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |