1987 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Daihatsu Charmant | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3710 mm |
