1987 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 12 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 830 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, 1987 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Blazer | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
| Model | Blazer | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
