1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1996 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1996 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 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, 1996 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1996 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |