1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 11 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 285 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, 1986 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1986 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Simca | Venturi |
| Model | 1501 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
