1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 155 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Punto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
