1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Valiant | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
