1999 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Fiat Punto weights approximately 175 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Charade | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Punto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2550 mm |
