1969 Simca 1501 vs. 1962 Simca 1000
To start off, 1969 Simca 1501 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1501 (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Simca 1000. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1962 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Simca 1501 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 1962 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
