1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 17 kg more than 1993 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, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
