1974 Plymouth Trail Duster vs. 1948 Simca 6
To start off, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 6 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Simca 6. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1948 Simca 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Plymouth Trail Duster | 1948 Simca 6 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Simca |
| Model | Trail Duster | 6 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
