1979 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Simca 1100 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Simca | Chrysler |
| Model | 1100 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
