1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1979 Subaru Coupe is newer by 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Simca | Subaru |
| Model | 1501 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
