1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Ritmo | Charade |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |
