1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 6 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Simca Aronde weights approximately 58 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | Aronde |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |