1982 Dodge Omni vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1982 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,716 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Omni (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Omni | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Omni | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1716 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
