1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 556 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Challenger | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
