2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1955 Fiat 1100 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 1955 Fiat 1100. 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 (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
Model | Charade | 1100 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.9 mm |
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 | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |