1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 265 kg more than 1998 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Palio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2430 mm |