2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1348 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Simca 1301 has manual transmission. 1968 Simca 1301 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
