1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1985 Fiat Regata is newer by 6 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), 1985 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Regata (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Regata weights approximately 164 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Regata. (103 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Regata |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
