2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | 300 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2230 mm |
