2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1953 Fiat 1900
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1953 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1953 Fiat 1900 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | 1900 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1175 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |