2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 300 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
