1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 320 kg more than 1965 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1300 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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 Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Spirit | 1300 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |