1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1984 Fiat Regata
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Regata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Regata. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Regata weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1984 Fiat Regata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Regata |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2460 mm |
