2005 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (55 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daihatsu Charade | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
