1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 22 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 75 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, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Palio |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
