1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 520 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Simca 1501 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Simca | BMW |
Model | 1501 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |