1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1942 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 255 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1942 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2010 mm |
