1969 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 68 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1969 Simca 1301 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 1969 Simca 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1301 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1301 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
