2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1978 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1978 Fiat Mirafiori (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1978 Fiat Mirafiori | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Mirafiori |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 49 L |
