1995 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1995 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1500 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Land Rover Discovery (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 967 kg more than 1963 Simca 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Simca 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1500. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Land Rover Discovery | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
Make | Land Rover | Simca |
Model | Discovery | 1500 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |