1970 Chrysler 160 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler 160 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler 160 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 160 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
