1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Dodge Omni is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Dodge Omni.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Dodge Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Omni | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1014 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 |
