1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 640 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Town & Country | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
