1987 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 21 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Ducato |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |