1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 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 (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Panda |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 78.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 35 L |