1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 466 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1981 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 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo, 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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Doblo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |