1990 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 20 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2010 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Strada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
