1971 Lotus Seven vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1971 Lotus Seven is newer by 2 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 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Simca 1501 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1971 Lotus Seven.
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) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Lotus Seven. (92 Nm). This means 1969 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Lotus Seven.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Lotus Seven | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Lotus | Simca |
| Model | Seven | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
