2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 352 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. 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 Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 727 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Ram | 1501 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6690 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2530 mm |
