1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2009 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 360 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, 2009 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Charade. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 2009 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Idea |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 991 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
