1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1983 Dodge Daytona is newer by 11 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 315 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, 1983 Dodge Daytona (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Daytona | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
