1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1501 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 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 10 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
