1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 30 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 610 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 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
