1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 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), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 455 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2570 mm |
