2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 275 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Charade. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2007 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 35 L |
