1988 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Daihatsu Charmant | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charmant | Strada |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |