1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1992 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1992 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charade (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Panda.
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 (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 1992 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
