2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 44 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1310 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, 2005 Chrysler Voyager (320 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Voyager | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
