1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 34 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 873 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.
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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
