1993 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan (235 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
