1968 Dodge Polara vs. 1973 Simca 1100
To start off, 1973 Simca 1100 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Polara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Polara would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Polara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Polara (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Polara should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Polara weights approximately 600 kg more than 1973 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Dodge Polara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Dodge Polara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Polara (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Polara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Polara | 1973 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Polara | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
