1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (89 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 125 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Punto |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |