2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 925 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Ram | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2230 mm |
