1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 185 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
