2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 44 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1135 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Nitro | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
