1989 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 15 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 414 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Viper | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
