2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 929 kg more than 1980 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Chrysler | Simca |
Model | Town & Country | 1100 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |