1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1999 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1999 Fiat Seicento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1985 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1999 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Seicento |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |