1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 600 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 38 L |
