1977 Chrysler 1610 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1977 Chrysler 1610 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler 1610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler 1610 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler 1610 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1964 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, 1977 Chrysler 1610 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler 1610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler 1610 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 1610 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 125 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
