2001 Dodge Viper vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Dodge Viper is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Viper weights approximately 835 kg more than 1961 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, 2001 Dodge Viper (620 Nm) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Viper | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 944 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 | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
