1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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 Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
