1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 225 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, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | 2300 | 1501 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |