1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 10 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 34 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Uno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2370 mm |
