1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 350 kg more than 1963 Simca 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Dakota | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2230 mm |
