2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 600 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1957 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 1957 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 38 L |
