2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,048 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat 127 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 127 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2230 mm |
