2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1954 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1954 Fiat 1400 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 1954 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1954 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1395 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.7:1 |
| 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 | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
