2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 300 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2530 mm |
