1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1991 Fiat 126
To start off, 1991 Fiat 126 is newer by 5 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 38 more horse power than 1991 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1991 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 126 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
