1961 Simca 1000 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Simca 1000 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 36 L |
