1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1984 Fiat 131
To start off, 1984 Fiat 131 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat 131 (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat 131 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1984 Fiat 131 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1984 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 131 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |