1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1988 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1988 Fiat Regata is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Regata weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1978 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 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Regata, 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1988 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Regata |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
