1994 Eagle Summit vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1994 Eagle Summit is newer by 19 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Eagle Summit (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Eagle Summit weights approximately 215 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, 1994 Eagle Summit (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Eagle Summit | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Eagle | Simca |
| Model | Summit | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
