1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 124 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
