1997 Daihatsu Move vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1997 Daihatsu Move is newer by 22 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1997 Daihatsu Move. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Daihatsu Move. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daihatsu Move. (67 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daihatsu Move.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daihatsu Move | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Move | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 846 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
