1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda 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, 2010 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, 2010 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Panda |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
