1980 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1984 Innocenti 990 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 76 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, 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, 1980 Daihatsu Charmant (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
Model | Charmant | 990 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2050 mm |