1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 116 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Uno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
