2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 42 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (142 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 36 L |
