1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant. (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
