1978 Plymouth Volare vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 455 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Plymouth Volare | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Plymouth | Simca |
Model | Volare | 1501 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |