2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1965 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 840 kg more than 1965 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1965 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Intrepid | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
