1998 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Charade | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | Palio |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
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 | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2380 mm |