1967 Simca 1501 vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1501 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1501. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Simca 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Simca 1501 (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Simca 1501 | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1473 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1018 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
