1969 Simca 1501 vs. 1975 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1975 Triumph 2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1969 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, 1975 Triumph 2000 (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Simca 1501 | 1975 Triumph 2000 | |
Make | Simca | Triumph |
Model | 1501 | 2000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |