1992 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1959 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Daihatsu Charade (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Charade | 1959 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
