2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Fiat 600
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 600 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1968 Fiat 600 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 1968 Fiat 600. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
