1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 902 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2004 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Simca | Chrysler |
| Model | 1301 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |
