1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 30 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Ducato |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |