1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Sedan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 750 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Sedan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2230 mm |
