1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 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, 1970 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Charade | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
