1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 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 61 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 365 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat 500 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 1967 Fiat 500. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 22 L |