2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 170 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.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | Uno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
