2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (302 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Simca 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (446 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Dakota | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 36 L |
