1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 26 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 210 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 2005 Fiat Palio, 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Palio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |