1971 Simca 1200S vs. 2011 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2011 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1971 Simca 1200S 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 1971 Simca 1200S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 2011 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1200S | Charade |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 36 L |
