1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 440 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
