1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Sedan | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2530 mm |
