1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 237 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Simca | Volkswagen |
| Model | 1501 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3410 mm |
