1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1549 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Simca | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1501 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3302 mm |
