1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 11 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1190 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Monaco | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2230 mm |
