1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Simca | Renault |
| Model | 1501 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
