2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Ram | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 53 L |
