1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
