1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 26 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 334 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Charade | Fit |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2460 mm |
