1979 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Simca 2 Litres

To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Charade and 1979 Simca 2 Litres were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 2 Litres weights approximately 399 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.

Because 1979 Simca 2 Litres is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Simca 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Daihatsu Charade 1979 Simca 2 Litres
Make Daihatsu Simca
Model Charade 2 Litres
Year Released 1979 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 1981 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 0 HP
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 726 kg 1125 kg
Vehicle Length 3560 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2330 mm 2670 mm


 

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