2006 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1997 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Daihatsu Charade | 1997 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1371 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
