1962 Simca 1000 vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 959 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Simca 1000 | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Simca | Dodge |
| Model | 1000 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 83 L |
