2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Viper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Viper | 1300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |