1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1979 Simca 1308
To start off, both 1979 Daihatsu Charmant and 1979 Simca 1308 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1308 weights approximately 210 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, 1979 Simca 1308, 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 Simca 1308 (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1979 Simca 1308 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | 1308 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |