1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 615 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Challenger | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
