1970 Renault 12 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 12 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 8 more horse power than 1970 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Renault 12. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 12. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Renault 12 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Renault | Simca |
| Model | 12 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
