1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 1200 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2350 mm |