1968 Dodge Coronet vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, both 1968 Dodge Coronet and 1968 Simca 1301 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Coronet | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Coronet | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
