1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1977 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Simca 1100 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 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 2 more horse power than 1977 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1501 should accelerate faster than 1977 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Simca 1100. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1977 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1501 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
