1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 10 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 780 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Chrysler | Simca |
Model | Valiant | 1000 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 68.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |