1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet 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 2 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet weights approximately 40 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |