1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1988 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 7 kg more than 1988 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1988 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1988 Fiat Vivace | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Vivace |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 55.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |