1968 Simca 1200S vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1682 kg more than 1968 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Simca 1200S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1200S | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Simca | Dodge |
| Model | 1200S | Ram |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 129 L |
