1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 18 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 528 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, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
