1998 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1998 Dodge Caravan is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 790 kg more than 1970 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, 1998 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Caravan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
