1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Conquest | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
