1993 Chrysler Neon vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1993 Chrysler Neon is newer by 18 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chrysler Neon weights approximately 99 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, 1993 Chrysler Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chrysler Neon | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Simca |
| Model | Neon | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
