1990 Dodge Caravan vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Caravan (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 843 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Dodge Caravan (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Caravan | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Caravan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
