1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 275 kg more than 1960 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 30 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 1960 mm |