1978 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 3 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, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1010 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 |
