1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 984 kg more than 1969 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Monaco | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 478 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
