1992 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Applause.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Applause | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Simca |
| Model | Applause | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
