1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 30 L |