1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1968 Fiat 850
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 850 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2030 mm |