1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Simca 1501
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1501. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1501. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Simca 1501 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Simca |
Model | Corvette | 1501 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1018 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |