1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 465 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Charade | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
