1986 Dodge 600 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1986 Dodge 600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge 600 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Dodge 600 (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge 600 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
