1956 AC Aceca vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Aceca | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
