1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1948 Simca 8
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1948 Simca 8. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1948 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
