1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (60 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2010 mm |
