1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1207 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | Lagonda | 1501 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |