1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | 1100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |