1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 22 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Doblo |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |