2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 950 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. 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 Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Sprinter | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2530 mm |
