1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore is newer by 5 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 250 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | Commodore | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
