1990 Dodge Omni vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1990 Dodge Omni is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Omni (92 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Omni weights approximately 7 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Omni, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Dodge Omni (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Omni | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Omni | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
