1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | 1900 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |