1972 Simca 1000 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1000 | 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1000 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
