1996 Plymouth Voyager vs. 1969 Simca 1100
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 852 kg more than 1969 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Plymouth Voyager | 1969 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Plymouth | Simca |
Model | Voyager | 1100 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |