1956 Chrysler C vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler C would be higher. At 5,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler C (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler C should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler C weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler C (560 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler C | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | C | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5801 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
