1981 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. Both 1981 Daihatsu Charmant and 1970 Simca 1301 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Charmant | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charmant | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
