1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Chrysler 160 (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 160 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
