1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
