2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 130 weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1602 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
