1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 180 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. 1989 Daihatsu Applause has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Daihatsu Applause will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Daihatsu Applause | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Applause | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |