1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 4 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 2,525 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 350 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 250 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2525 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
