2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Caravan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 29 L |
