1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1980 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1980 ZIL 4104 is newer by 5 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 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2325 kg more than 1975 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1980 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Simca | ZIL |
| Model | 1501 | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3340 mm |
