1975 Simca 1501 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1501 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
