1972 AMC Matador 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 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Matador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 620 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 AMC Matador (469 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Matador | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2530 mm |
