1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 22 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Croma weights approximately 875 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, 2006 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Croma |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |