1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1995 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1995 Fiat Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 390 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe, 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, 1995 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Fiat Coupe | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |