1984 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (50 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1984 Daihatsu Charade (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Daihatsu Charade | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
