1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 340 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
Model | Charmant | Fabia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |