1972 AC 428 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1975 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AC 428 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | 428 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
