1995 Fiat Brava vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Fiat | Daihatsu |
| Model | Brava | Charade |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 36 L |
