1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1951 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,407 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1951 Simca Aronde. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1951 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Simca Aronde weights approximately 8 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Simca Aronde. (83 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1951 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | Aronde |
Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |