2009 Dodge Viper vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 827 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Viper | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Simca |
| Model | Viper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 8285 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 499 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
