1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 265 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |