1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1963 Simca 1500
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Simca 1500. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1963 Simca 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1500 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Simca 1500 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1963 Simca 1500 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Lancer | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
