1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 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 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 124 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2500 mm |
