1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 21 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (75 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 750 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Croma |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| 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 | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
