1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 169 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
