1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Dodge Coronet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,690 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Coronet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Coronet (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Coronet should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. 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 Coronet (292 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1969 Dodge Coronet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Coronet | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |
