1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 1986 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Punto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
