1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 625 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 450 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |
