1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 1969 Simca 1501
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1969 Simca 1501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1501. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1501. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1501 has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1501 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 1969 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 260 | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2530 mm |
