1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 20 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 69.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
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 | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |