1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 9 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 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (64 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 406 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (121 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
