1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2008 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 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, 2008 Fiat Panda, 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 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2008 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Panda |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2310 mm |