2007 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Charade | 1100 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 42 L |
