1979 Simca 1308 vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1308 would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Simca 1308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1308. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1308.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Simca 1308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1308 | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Simca | Daihatsu |
| Model | 1308 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1292 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
