1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Simca 8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1950 Simca 8 (88 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant. (83 Nm). This means 1950 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 8 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |
