1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Duna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2370 mm |