2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 870 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Fiat Campagnola (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2007 Daihatsu Charade has automatic transmission and 1979 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1979 Fiat Campagnola 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 | 1979 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |
