1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 40 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
