1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 894 kg more than 1974 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1100. (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Town & Country | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2530 mm |
