1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 973 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger 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 2010 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Simca | Dodge |
| Model | 1100 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 368 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
