1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 14 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, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 331 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Simca 1501 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1989 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1501 | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2070 mm |
