2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 962 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
