1972 Seat 1500 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1972 Seat 1500 and 1972 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1500 (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1500 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Seat 1500 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | 1500 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |