1983 Honda Ballade vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 8 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Ballade | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Honda | Simca |
| Model | Ballade | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 61 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
