2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1963 Simca 1300
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (190 HP) has 139 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1300. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1963 Simca 1300. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1963 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
