1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 564 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1963 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2260 mm |
