1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 31 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 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 690 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Simca | Saab |
| Model | 1501 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
