1975 Simca 1501 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 500 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Simca 1501 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1501 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
