1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 15 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 416 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
