1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 26 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 625 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, 2001 Vauxhall Omega (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2001 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1501 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2740 mm |
