1969 Simca 1501 vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 27 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 844 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, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1501 | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Simca | Tatra |
| Model | 1501 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3140 mm |
