1980 Dodge Aspen vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1980 Dodge Aspen is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 469 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. 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, 1980 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Aspen | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Aspen | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
