2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Ram | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2230 mm |
