1975 Fiat Mirafiori vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1501 (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1501 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat Mirafiori | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Fiat | Simca |
Model | Mirafiori | 1501 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1583 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |