1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 5 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Sierra | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
