1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno 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 46 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 112 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Uno |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
