2000 Dodge Dakota vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2000 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 755 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, 2000 Dodge Dakota (197 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Dakota | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Dakota | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
