1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. Both 1983 Daihatsu Charmant and 1964 Simca 1300 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Simca 1300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1983 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, 1964 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
Model | Charmant | 1300 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |