1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
