1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 840 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 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Simca | Jaguar |
| Model | 1501 | XK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2752 mm |
