1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1996 Fiat Vivace is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 86 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2230 mm |
