1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 488 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Berline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
