1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo 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 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 310 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Tipo |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1695 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2550 mm |