1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1200S weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1971 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | 1200S |
Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1164 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |