2006 Dodge Stratus vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Stratus 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Stratus (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 671 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 Stratus (217 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Stratus | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Stratus | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
