1993 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 48 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Daihatsu Charade (85 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Charade | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 823 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |
