1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 808 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
