1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 108 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1963 Fiat Cabriolet 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 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. 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, 1987 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1963 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
