2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S 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 165 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 837 kg more than 1969 Simca 1200S. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Charger | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
