1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1501 (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Simca | Steyr |
| Model | 1501 | 650T |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 1850 mm |
