1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1971 Fiat 500
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 340 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1971 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 500 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 27 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |