1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Anglia | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
