1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,756 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Tempra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Fiat Tempra weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Tempra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Tempra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |