1981 Daihatsu Taft vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1981 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Daihatsu Taft. (64 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Daihatsu Taft | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Taft | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 958 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2530 mm |
