1997 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daihatsu Charade 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 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1997 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Charade | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Panda |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
