2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
