1948 Jaguar XK vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 362 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar XK | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XK | 1501 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |