1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 580 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Cordoba | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
