2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Fiat 124
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1972 Fiat 124 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 1972 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Charade | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
