1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 237 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charmant | 850 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
