1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1952 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1952 Fiat 1400 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 1952 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 1952 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
