1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1967 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 959 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
