2002 Dodge Razor vs. 1971 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2002 Dodge Razor is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Razor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Razor (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Razor should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Razor weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S. 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, 2002 Dodge Razor (312 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Razor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 1971 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Razor | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
