1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,638 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501.
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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 160 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1638 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
