1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 755 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Aspen | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |
