1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2004 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Move is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Move. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2004 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1501 | Move |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
