1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 26 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 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3710 mm |
