1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 72 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Fiat 126 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 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 126 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
