1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 910 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1501 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Simca | Tata |
Model | 1501 | Safari |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |