1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Aspen | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2230 mm |
