1991 Dodge Colt vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1991 Dodge Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Colt weights approximately 220 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Dodge Colt | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Colt | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2230 mm |
