1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca 1000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 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 | 792 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
