1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1975 Dodge Aspen and 1975 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Dodge Aspen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Dodge Aspen | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Aspen | 1100 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |