1991 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Daihatsu Charade. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Punto |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |