2003 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
