2000 Chrysler ESX 3 vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (74 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 (332 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler ESX 3 | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | ESX 3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2230 mm |
