1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 40 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
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1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 500 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |