1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu SP-4.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | SP-4 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
