1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 9 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Palio |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |