1978 Porsche 911 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1978 Porsche 911 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 169 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 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | 911 | 1501 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |