2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Charade. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
