1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1978 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Strada (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Strada weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Strada (91 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 1978 Fiat Strada has automatic transmission and 1979 Daihatsu Charmant has manual transmission. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat Strada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1978 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Strada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
