1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1968 Dodge Coronet is newer by 6 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 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Coronet (143 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 538 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1968 Dodge Coronet (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Coronet | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
