1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
