1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1990 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 88 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1990 Fiat Uno | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Uno |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |