1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1960 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1960 Fiat 1100 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 1960 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1960 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 57 L |
