1984 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1984 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Duna, 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Daihatsu Charmant | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Duna |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |