1978 Dodge Omni vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1978 Dodge Omni is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Dodge Omni (75 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Dodge Omni (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Dodge Omni | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Omni | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
