1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 16 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 532 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Palio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |