1992 Dodge Stealth vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 20 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 874 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Stealth | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Stealth | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2230 mm |
