1976 Lancia Fulvia vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1976 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 1 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Lancia Fulvia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Fulvia | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Lancia | Simca |
| Model | Fulvia | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
