1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda 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 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 47 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 67.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2180 mm |
